1959 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 1986 Renault 18
To start off, 1986 Renault 18 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK VIII (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1986 Renault 18. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 630 kg more than 1986 Renault 18. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jaguar MK VIII is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Renault 18, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1959 Jaguar MK VIII (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 18. (163 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar MK VIII | 1986 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Renault |
| Model | MK VIII | 18 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
